Georgia ACT says storm food losses may qualify for SNAP replacement
Georgia Advancing Communities Together says Georgia families hit by recent storms and power outages may be eligible to have SNAP benefits replaced for lost food.
People who receive SNAP and lost food bought with SNAP because of a power outage lasting 4 hours or more may qualify. The loss must be reported to the local DFCS office within 10 days, using the Food Loss Replacement Form (Form 841).
From Georgia Advancing Communities Together· Instagram · Oct 15
Open the post“🚨 URGENT: LOST FOOD DURING THE STORMS? SNAP REPLACEMENT MAY BE AVAILABLE! Georgia families impacted by recent storms and power outages may be eligible to have SNAP benefits replaced for food that was lost. Time is limited, so please act quickly and share this information with anyone who may need it. If you receive SNAP benefits and lost food purchased with SNAP because of a power outage lasting 4 hours or more, you may qualify for replacement benefits. ✅ You MUST report the food loss to your local DFCS office ✅ Complete the Food Loss Replacement Form (Form 841) ⏰ The loss must be reported WITHIN 10 DAYS of the food loss 📄 Download the form here: bit.ly/replace-snap At Georgia ACT, we believe Strong Communities Start at Home. When disaster strikes, families deserve access to the resources that can help them recover. Please share this post across Georgia, someone in your community may need this information today. #GeorgiaACT #SNAPBenefits #SNAPReplacement #GeorgiaFamilies #StormRecovery FoodAssistance DFCS CommunityResources StrongCommunitiesStartAtHome”
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